Chris Paul Biography, Age, Early Life, NBA Career, Records, Wife, Stats & Net Worth

Chris Paul, also known as CP3, is one of the greatest point guards in NBA history. Born in 1985, he is a 12-time NBA All-Star, NBA Rookie of the Year, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and elite playmaker. Read his full biography covering early life, NBA career, awards, family, philanthropy, teams, and net worth.

Chris Paul, popularly known as CP3, is an American professional basketball player and one of the greatest point guards in NBA history. Born on May 6, 1985, he is a 12-time NBA All-Star, Rookie of the Year, elite passer, and two-time Olympic gold medalist. Throughout his career, Paul has played for top NBA teams while earning a reputation for leadership, playmaking excellence, and strong defensive skills.

Chris Paul Biography

Introduction

Chris Paul is widely regarded as one of the most complete and influential point guards in NBA history. Known for his elite passing, clutch performances, defensive brilliance, and exceptional game IQ, Paul has built a legendary career spanning nearly two decades. Nicknamed “CP3,” he is a 12-time All-Star, Olympic gold medalist, and a key figure on every team he has played for.

Early Life & Family

Chris Paul was born on May 6, 1985, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Family

• Father: Charles Paul
• Mother: Robin Paul
• Brother: C.J. Paul
• Wife: Jada Paul
• Children: Christopher Emmanuel Paul II and Camryn Paul

Paul’s grandfather, Nathaniel Jones, deeply inspired him. After his grandfather was murdered in 2002, Paul honored him by scoring 61 points in a high school game—one for each year of his life.

Education & College Basketball

Paul played high school basketball at West Forsyth High School, where he quickly gained national attention.

From 2003 to 2005, he played college basketball at Wake Forest University, becoming:

• ACC Rookie of the Year
• First-team All-American
• One of the most efficient young point guards in the nation

His outstanding college performance made him one of the top draft prospects of 2005.

NBA Career

Draft & Early Years (New Orleans Hornets)

• Drafted: 4th overall in the 2005 NBA Draft
• Team: New Orleans Hornets
• Award: NBA Rookie of the Year (2006)

Paul quickly became one of the league’s top playmakers, leading the NBA in assists and steals multiple times.

Major NBA Teams Played For

Chris Paul has played for several top franchises:

Team	Years
New Orleans Hornets	2005–2011
Los Angeles Clippers	2011–2017
Houston Rockets	2017–2019
Oklahoma City Thunder	2019–2020
Phoenix Suns	2020–2023
Golden State Warriors	2023–2024
Los Angeles Clippers (Current)	2024–Present

His leadership created iconic eras such as Lob City with Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan in Los Angeles.

Career Highlights & Achievements

Major Awards

• NBA Rookie of the Year (2006)
• 12× NBA All-Star
• NBA All-Star Game MVP (2013)
• Multiple All-NBA First Team selections
• 7× NBA All-Defensive First Team
• 5× NBA Assists Leader
• 6× NBA Steals Leader
• NBA 75th Anniversary Team member

Olympic Career

Paul won two Olympic gold medals:

• 2008 Beijing Olympics
• 2012 London Olympics

He was a key contributor and floor general for Team USA.

Off the Court

Philanthropy

Chris Paul founded the Chris Paul Family Foundation, supporting:

• Education
• Youth sports
• Health & wellness programs
• Community development

He is considered one of the NBA’s most socially responsible athletes.

Business Ventures

• President of the NBA Players Association (NBPA)
• Owner of Ohh Dip!!! Productions
• Brand partnerships across sports, tech, entertainment, and lifestyle

Paul also appears in documentaries, TV content, and business panels promoting athlete entrepreneurship.

Personal Life

Chris Paul married Jada Crawley in 2011. The couple has:

• Son: Christopher
• Daughter: Camryn

Despite fame, Paul has maintained a grounded family life and strong community values.

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